The oldest city on Earth

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San'a, Yemen is the oldest functioning city in the world and with its fast-paced growth and modernized facilities, it remains economically viable as well as culturally and historically significant. The city has existed since the estimated time of Christ's birth and much of the architecture dates back to medieval times. The city once supported itself by trading incense but now maintains modern stores, hotels and consumer goods for tourists. Much of San'a's population consists of Yemeni expatriates who left the Gulf states and Saudi Arabia after the Gulf War.

Description and travel, Cities and towns, Islamic, Islamic cities and towns, San'a, Yemen (City)

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Stumbling on a city

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It was partly due to luck that the determined and adventurous explorer Hiram Bingham discovered Peru's famous ruins of Machu Picchu in 1911. Ready to give up after following a local farmer up a treacherous jungle path, Bingham and his crew suddenly found themselves in the middle of the dramatic and beautiful ancient ruins. The site has become one of the most visited places in South America.

Discovery and exploration, Machu Picchu (Ancient city), Bingham, Hiram (American explorer)

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